The article provides details on the upcoming Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 multiplayer and Zombies beta, including early access dates, available maps and modes, new features like Overload and Omnimovement, progression rewards, and pre-order options for the full game.
Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will introduce at least three new multiplayer maps—Extraction, Heirloom, and Hideout—with the launch of Season One on November 14. These maps will be available through a free update, and more maps may be added throughout the season. The game, which is available on Xbox Game Pass, has been described by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella as the biggest release in the franchise's history, following a significant increase in Xbox players.
Three new 6v6 multiplayer maps, Stash House, Vista, and Departures, are set to be released in Season 2 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on February 7, 2024, as showcased in the latest trailer.
Season 2 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Warzone brings a colossal content drop, featuring new multiplayer maps, game modes, challenges, and a skeletal theme to BlackCell. The update includes the arrival of Sheriff Deputy Rick Grimes from The Walking Dead and CIA Station Chief Kate Laswell in the Battle Pass, as well as a new War map, limited-time modes, and a new area of operations in Warzone called Fortune’s Keep.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's first season is set to launch on December 6th, featuring five free weapons, four new multiplayer maps, various game modes, the next Zombies story mission, the integration of Call of Duty: Warzone and the new Urzikstan map, and over 100 tiers of Battle Pass content. The season will also introduce festive reskins for maps, the return of Gunfight mode, and the new game mode 'All or Nothing'. The future of the series is rumored to be a Black Ops entry set in the Gulf War.
The latest issue of Canon Fodder for Halo Infinite discusses new multiplayer map lore, Waypoint Chronicles, Intel, and Armory Infinitum entries. It introduces two new maps, Forbidden and Prism, which provide insights into the broader Halo universe. The Waypoint Chronicle, "Saturn Devouring His Son," explores the dangers of infecting a Spartan with the Flood. The upcoming Waypoint Chronicle, "Battle for the Blood-Moon," focuses on the conflict between the Banished and the Swords of Sanghelios on Suban. The Armory Infinitum entry highlights the Sicatt Workshop's development of the shock rifle aboard the Banished dreadnought Ghost of Barolon. The article also mentions community lore projects and upcoming content releases.
Activision has provided details on the first season of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, featuring new multiplayer maps including "Meat," "Greece," and "Rio," as well as the return of the Gunfight game mode. The Zombies mode will introduce "Enter the Rift," a new chapter with a Dark Aether Rift and a weapon that turns enemies into allies. Additionally, the battle royale mode, Warzone, will receive a new map called Urzikstan and gameplay updates.
Half-Life celebrates its 25th anniversary with a major update that includes four new multiplayer maps and various other additions, enhancing the gaming experience for fans of the iconic franchise.
Valve celebrates the 25th anniversary of Half-Life with a special update that includes new and restored content, UI upscaling, Steam Networking play, gamepad configuration, widescreen field-of-view settings, Linux software rendering, lighting fixes, and other improvements. The update also includes the addition of Half-Life Uplink, a mini-campaign, and four new multiplayer maps. To top it off, Valve offers a free copy of Half-Life on Steam for a limited time and discounts on the entire series.
Certain maps in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III have been temporarily removed from multiplayer playlists due to unfavorable spawn points that lead players to pop up right in front of enemy camps, resulting in endless slaughter. The developers, Sledgehammer Games, have acknowledged the issue and are investigating. The four maps affected are Rundown, Scrapyard, Quarry (in the Hardpoint playlist), and Karachi (in the Cutthroat playlist). While this may make the playlists feel repetitive, it is a necessary step to address the problem and prevent players from being farmed for killstreaks and XP.
Activision has been forced to remove several multiplayer maps from Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 due to problematic spawn points that were causing chaos. Maps like Quarry, Rundown, Scrapyard, and Karachi have been pulled from playlists due to unfavorable spawns or players spawning alongside enemies. This comes after reports of the game being developed in a shorter timeframe than usual, leading to development crunch within the studio. The single-player campaign has also received criticism for being underbaked and rehashed.
A humorous ranking of every Halo 3 multiplayer map based on their suitability for raising a family, with considerations such as health hazards, accessibility, aesthetics, and practicality. The author provides entertaining commentary on each map's pros and cons, highlighting the absurdity of living in a warzone.
Halo Infinite's Season 4 brings a new multiplayer map, Solitude, which is a remake of Plaza from Halo 5: Guardians. The map has been adjusted to fit Halo Infinite's sandbox and features a more desolate, abandoned setting. Solitude is a 1:1 remake in terms of spacing, but the height and overall verticality of the map has been adjusted. The map is best suited for Strongholds and King of the Hill modes. Solitude was created using Halo Infinite's Forge, which allows for quick adjustments and playtesting.
Halo Infinite Season 4 introduces two new multiplayer maps, Scarr and Forest, with unique features and gameplay dynamics. Scarr is a Banished mining facility with a volcanic setting, while Forest is an arena map set in an ancient temple complex. The maps offer storytelling elements and opportunities for players to explore and learn. The Quantum Translocator is a new equipment arriving in Season 4 that adds interesting dynamics to traversal. Infection on Forest is a fun mode to play, and the maps have been reworked for a more bespoke experience. Players should keep their eyes open for Easter eggs and secrets on the maps.
MW2 Season 4 will bring seven new multiplayer maps, three weapons, five operators, two modes, and a new event. The update will be released on June 14 across all available platforms. The new maps include a mix of 6v6 maps, battle maps, and gunfight maps. Three new operators will be added, and players can unlock three new weapons with the new season's battle pass at launch. Two playlist updates, Search & Destroy and Prisoner Rescue, will be introduced, and completing various challenges will grant medals that unlock personal and community-wide rewards.